Public - Jul 29, 2026
FDA Announces FY2027 FSMA User Fees for VQIP and TPP
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is announcing the fiscal year (FY) 2027 user fee rates for importers approved to participate in the Voluntary Qualified Importer Program (VQIP) and accreditation and certification bodies interested...
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Jul 28, 2026
Canada and UAE announced the conclusion of CEPA negotiations
On July 24th, 2026, Canada and the United Arab Emirates announced the successful conclusion of Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) negotiations, following the most recent round of talks held in Toronto. Canada and United Arab...
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Jul 27, 2026
Consultation with Canadian Exporters on the upcoming revision to ISPM 12 (Phytosanitary Certificates)
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) is seeking input from Canadian exporters regarding upcoming revision to the International Standard for Phytosanitary Measures (ISPM) No. 12 : Phytosanitary Certificates, which will be revised shortly by an...
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Public - Jul 27, 2026
Canada and Ecuador sign a free trade agreement
On July 24, Canada and Ecuador officially signed the Canada-Ecuador Free Trade Agreement (FTA). This signature marks an important milestone in Canada's efforts to diversify trade and create new opportunities for Canadian businesses. It also...
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Jul 24, 2026
USTR has announced the Final Section 301 Forced Labour Tariffs
On July 23, USTR released notice of its final tariff action under the Section 301 Forced Labour Tariffs, which are expected to replace the expiring section 122 tariffs. Canada has been set a tariff rate...
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Jul 23, 2026
FDA Takes Further Steps to Remove Outdated Authorizations for Color Additives in Food
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced two actions targeting petroleum-based color additives in food, continuing the agency’s broader efforts to Make America Healthy Again. The FDA is issuing a final order revoking the...
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